At Beacon Arts Centre we host a constantly changing programme of inspiring and thought-provoking exhibitions in our light and airy Gallery space. Guest Curator Fraser Taylor presents a year-round programme by local, national and international artists - some exclusive to the Beacon.
by Joanie Jack
On display 2 May - 27 Jun 2026
Joanie's practice centres on repurposing materials and allowing them to speak anew. She uses stitching as a drawing tool - into and onto fabric - and layers embellishments and mixed media to create striking, momentous pieces. These tacile works range from fabrics designed to be worn or handled interactively to sculptural textile forms intended simply to be experienced and observed.
Open Call - Entry forms available from Box Office
4 Jul - 22 Aug 2026
by Fraser Taylor
5 Sep - 7 Nov 2026
14 Nov 2026 - 2 Jan 2027
At Beacon Arts Centre we host a constantly changing programme of inspiring and thought-provoking exhibitions in our light and airy upstairs gallery space. Guest Curator Fraser Taylor presents a year-round programme by local, national and international artists – some exclusive to the Beacon.
Fraser studied at Glasgow School of Art and the Royal College of Art. His internationally exhibited work includes large-scale sculptural installations, set design, print media, filmmaking and painting. From 2001 to 2017 he was a Visiting Artist and Adjunct Professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and in 2017 was awarded an Honorary Professorship from Glasgow School of Art.
We are excited to announce Inverclyde-based photographer and creative Garth Ivan will become the Centre’s new Exhibitions Curator in summer 2026, succeeding Fraser Taylor after eight years in the role.
Reflecting on his time at the Beacon, Taylor said:
“What an incredible honour it has been to serve as Guest Curator over the past eight years and to present the work of artists from local, national and international creative communities.”
Speaking about his appointment, Ivan said:
“I’m delighted and humbled to be stepping into the role of curator at the Beacon and working with the team to showcase emerging and established artists from across Scotland and beyond.”
Ivan’s first exhibition as curator will be the Summer Open Exhibition (4 July – 22 August 2026), followed by a special exhibition by Fraser Taylor (5 September – 7 November 2026).
Image: Christopher Bowen
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